Bay Harbor Arts Festival

The Village at Bay Harbor is hosting the 22nd Annual Bay Harbor Arts Festival, located on our beautiful waterfront lawns, with the backdrop of  the crystal waters of Bay Harbor Lake. The festival will feature juried Fine Artists, as well as a selection of Green Market Artisans that travel from across the country.  We will also feature live music on Saturday from Noon-3pm from The Wallens, their sound is a feel-good, foot stomping mix of bluegrass, blues, and folk. Shared influences include John Prine, Nickel Creek, Chris Stapleton, and Dolly Parton. On Sunday, live music from Noon-3pm will feature Michelle Chenard, one of northern Michigan's favorite and most well known musicians. Known for her powerful vocals, accomplished guitar work and award winning songwriting that continues to captivate all audiences she performs for.

Stroll through artists booths and find treasures to take home with you.  While you are at the festival, enjoy our fabulous eateries and unique boutiques in our downtown Village. 

Our jury will select their top three artists for prize awards for creativity, originality, booth display and quality in detail, which will be awarded Saturday afternoon during the event.

The event will offer a Turkish Marbling activity for kids and adults alike. What is Turkish Marbling? Find out! 

See colorful and dynamic demonstrations of this traditional craft. Try your hand at swirling paint on fluid. Then make a print to take home by transferring the design to paper.  It's easy and fun for children and adults alike.  Petoskey artist Heidi Reichenbach Finley guides you through this fun and educational process. $10 - $25 per person.  Aprons provided.

See list of artists scheduled to attend here.